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TRAVELLING TO WORK. REPORT OF THE WORKING PARTY SPONSORED BY THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

The various aspects of the journey to work which give cause for concern are examined. They include the extent to which the commuter is captive, the standard of service provided by the transport authorities, the gradually diminishing supply of suitable workers ready to take employment in central London, decrease in freedom of movement, and advantages and disadvantages of car usage. The transport systems of Belgium, France, West Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Japan and USA are compared to that of the United Kingdom. Data are presented on rises in the cost of travel in the UK, British rail, underground and bus services, rise in incomes, and changes in pattern of travel to work. Results are given of a survey conducted among those who use public transport to get to work. Recommendations are put forward.